On saturday I went ice fishing. At 2:30 we went to Little Long Lake. My Dad and I started off by drilling some holes. He then went to the store to get some minnows. While my Dad was at the store I got out my two tip ups and got them ready. Then I got my jig ready and found the depth. On Little Long Lake the maximum depth is not very deep. I set my jig a little above the bottom and started jigging. There was a waxie on my hook for bait. My dad got back and I had not caught anything so far so we set…
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When talking about ice fishing, it's crucial to mention safe ice thicknesses. I recognize this advice is common sense to knowledgeable ice anglers, but it's nonetheless well worth mentioning for anybody who might be newer to the sport of fishing on a frozen pond. In practically all instances four inches width of ice is deemed risk-free for walking and fishing through . Several individuals want a minimum of six inches to be doubly sure, but 4 is really all thats required. Use the ideas that seem appropriate…
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Ice fishing can be lots of fun once the angler is all set up and ready to go, but ice fishing anglers must be cautious of there waters and surrounding areas. For example, it is important to know the depths of the lake or pond where you will be fishing and approximately how many feet down the lake is frozen. When ice fishing anglers can encounter parts of the lake to be frozen while another part is seemingly unfrozen. Here is a list of some important gear and equipment to take with you or have…
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become suitable for ice fishing. It truly is exhilarating to be able to head out to frozen landscapes and find your spot on the ice and throw your rod in and wait for fish to get hooked to your bait. But while this is a rather exciting winter outdoor activity to do, it’s also important to be aware of what it would entail. There are several important tools needed to ensure a fun and safe ice fishing experience. Make sure you are fully geared up for it before heading out. Ice Fishing Equipment This…
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hunting tactics for catching both kinds of prey. Some of these strategies are learned and organized, and some of these could be adapted strategies from predation on the same prey sources as humans. These topics are what will be explored further in this paper. Killer whales are categorized as follows; they belong to the kingdom Animalia, phylum Chordata, subphylum Vertebra, class Mammalia, order Cetacea, suborder Odontoceti, family Delphinidae, subfamily Orcininae, genus Orcinus, and species orca. Although…
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options on cruise ships, as well as being more environmentally friendly while reducing fuel costs. Literature Review In the article by Mary Davis she studied the occupational safety and regulatory compliance of commercial fishing in the United States. In the US commercial fishing is a job that is constantly listed as one of the most dangerous jobs. The study was done over a two year period and on 259 vessels. One area that was looked at during the study was the safety equipment. During the study it…
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Alternative VS. Mainstream Media The ocean is warming up. The temperature is rising, and with it should be our concern. According to scientists from the Climate Change and European Marine Ecosystems Research project, with the temperature of the oceans reaching such a high it’s led the largest movement of marine species in two to three million years. Recourses are quickly diminishing, shows a study of fourteen protected and eighteen unprotected ecosystems in the Mediterranean…
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I close the door behind myself without taking my eyes off him. He gestures toward his bed. “Sit.” I cross the room and drop everything in my arms onto my open backpack before taking a seat. From this angle, I notice something hidden in his lap. I can make out an envelope, but the second item is purposefully concealed from my sight by one hand. I brush my hair over one shoulder and fold my hands in my lap. If he’s going to play coy, I may as well join in. “About what you said last night,” I prompt…
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Article review Paper: Three recent Articles analyze Current Events Petra Letteer CMRJ100 Professor Rich September 17, 2012 Article review Paper: Application concerns with Personal Information In recent years, Applications for electronic devices have become a major concern amongst technology users. One of the most concerns that the individuals have is the lack of privacy and the protection of personal information. Research shows that well-off, older, and more educated individuals do…
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Out of the seventeen species, only five live where there is an extreme amount of ice; the other twelve species live on the tips of southern continents. One example of a penguin species that lives in a warm climate area are the Galapagos penguins. The Galapagos penguins are suffering immensely from global warming due to the catastrophic…
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